The HBSKN magazine
The Skin Edit.
Men's skin engineering, explained without the fluff. Science, routines and products — for those who want to understand, not just buy.
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Glycolic acid for men's faces: what it's for, how to use it (and why it stings)Glycolic acid is a chemical exfoliant (AHA) that dissolves the "glue" between dead skin cells: smoother skin, less clogged pore...
The Best Sunscreen for Men's Face: A Daily SPF50 With No White Cast and No Greasy Feel80-90% of the visible signs of aging come from the sun, not age: the UVA/UVB difference, how to choose a lightweight, non-greas...
Anti-Ageing for Men Over 40 — Without Retinol: How to Firm Skin and Soften LinesAnti-aging should start at 25-30 years old, before wrinkles appear: collagen decreases by ~1% per year from the age of 20, and ...
Men's facial cleanser: how to choose it without damaging your skinSoap and shower gel have an alkaline pH when used on the face: they raise the skin's pH, destroy its barrier, and dry it out. T...
Men's skincare kit: which routine to choose (the guide that decides for you)How to choose the right skincare kit starting from the skin concern (oily, post-shave, first wrinkles) rather than the products...
Men's Facial Exfoliation: How Often, Chemical Peel vs. Scrub, and How to Do It RightExfoliating is not scrubbing: this guide explains why chemical peels beat harsh scrubs, how often men should exfoliate their fa...
Redness and irritation after shaving: why they happen and how to stop themRedness after shaving is not delicate skin: it's the skin barrier opened by the blade and then compromised twice by harsh clean...
Oily facial skin for men: how to control sebum, shine, and poresMale oily skin is governed by hormones (DHT), not poor hygiene: attacking it will worsen sebum and pores. Here, you'll understa...
The Honest Men's Skincare Routine: What to Actually Use (and in What Order)The minimum routine for beginners: cleanse, moisturize, protect — three products, two minutes a day. And why shaving, not aesth...
Men's moisturizing face cream or serum: how to choose (and why tight skin is dehydrated, not dry)Tight skin is almost always dehydrated (lacks water), not dry (lacks lipids): this distinction changes the choice between cream...
Best anti-wrinkle cream for men: how to choose (and why retinol isn't enough)There is no single "best" anti-wrinkle cream: the primary anti-aging measure is daily SPF, followed by evening treatment. A gui...
Glycolic acid for men's faces: glycolic or salicylic, which to choose (for oily skin, pores and blackheads)Glycolic (AHA) smooths the surface, while salicylic (BHA) penetrates the pore by dissolving in sebum. For men's skin — which is...